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Maximising your
prospects for success
Year 11
Information Evening
2016
Excellent and enjoyable learning for all
Effective Revision
•Effective revision prepares you,
and gives you confidence
•Be positive about what you can
achieve
•Don’t tell yourself you “can’t do
it and it’s too late anyway”
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Planning your revision
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Put in all of your exam dates
Note, these are only examples
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Plan the dates when you aim to revise particular
subjects
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Put in all of the main revision topics
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Put in all of the important themes for each topic
heading
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Don’t …
• Think that simply reading through your
notes will be enough revision – it won’t!
• Believe you’ve got a photographic
memory
• Try to learn everything on the night before
the exam – you can’t!
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Revision needs to be active !
Revision isn’t fun but it does bring great rewards
• Start now!
• Prepare a plan – know your exam dates
• Make short summaries of each subject’s
topics using revision cards
• Revise for short periods; 30 – 45 minutes
followed by a break
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• Just reading text books won’t work
• Answer past papers and mark them;
give extra time to the topics with which
you struggle
• Regularly revisit topics – ask your family
to verbally test you
• Occasionally, share revision with friends
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Revision resources
• Use your subject revision guides; they
identify the topics for each unit
• You can easily access the school
network Student Resources drive from
home;
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Accessing the school network
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Subject information
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IGCSE English Language (All sets)
• Reading exam – 3rd May
• Some students need to improve written
coursework – to be completed by the end
of the Spring term
• Some students will be re-assessed for one
or more of their speaking & listening tasks -
to be completed by end of Spring term
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IGCSE English LiteratureAll sets except Mrs Kyle’s set:
• Poetry and Prose texts exam – Poetry &
‘Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’ or ‘Northanger
Abbey’ – 23rd May a.m.
• Unseen prose or poetry exam – 27th
May a.m.
• ‘An Inspector Calls’ or The Merchant of
Venice’ exam – 27th May a.m.
Please note: There are two separate exams on 27th May.
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IGCSE English Literature
Mrs Kyle’s set only:
• Poetry and Prose texts exam –
Poetry & ‘Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde’–
23rd May ‘An Inspector Calls’ exam
– 27th May
• Coursework portfolio to be
completed by end of Spring Term
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GCSE Maths
Foundation and Higher Linked Pair OCR
Unit One (40%)
Applications 1: May 26(Thursday morning)
Methods 1: June 14 (Tuesday morning)
Unit Two (60%)
Applications 2: June 9 (Thursday morning)
Methods 2: June 16 (Thursday afternoon)
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Additional Science
Module / Exam Topics
B2 – 10th JuneMorning
• The building blocks of cells
• Organisms and energy
• Common systems
C2 – 15th JuneAfternoon
• Atomic Structure and periodic table
• Ionic compounds
• Covalent compounds
• Groups in the periodic table
• Chemical reactions
• Quantitative chemistry
P2 – 17th JuneMorning
• Static and current electricity
• Controlling and using electric current
• Motion and forces
• Momentum, energy, work and power
• Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion
• Advantages and disadvantages of using
radioactive materials
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Triple Science - Biology
Module / Exam Topics
B1 – 17th May
Afternoon
• Classification, variation and inheritance
• Responses to a changing environment
• Problems of and solutions to a
changing environment
B2 – 10th June
Morning
• The building blocks of cells
• Organisms and energy
• Common systems
B3 – 20th June
Morning
• Control systems
• Behaviour
• Biotechnology
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Triple Science - Chemistry
Module / Exam Topics
C1 – 19th May
Morning
• The Earth’s sea and atmosphere
• Materials from the Earth
• Acids
• Obtaining and using metals
• Fuels
C2 – 15th June
Afternoon
• Atomic Structure and periodic table
• Ionic compounds
• Covalent compounds
• Groups in the periodic table
• Chemical reactions
• Quantitative chemistry
C3 – 22nd June
Morning
• Qualitative analysis
• Quantitative analysis
• Electrolytic processes
• Gas, equilibria and ammonia
• Organic chemistry
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Triple Science - Physics
Module / Exam Topics
P1- 25th May
Afternoon
• Visible Light and the Solar System
• The electromagnetic spectrum
• Waves and the Universe
• Waves and the Earth
• Generation and transmission of electricity
• Energy and the future
P2 – 17th June
Morning
• Static and current electricity
• Controlling and using electric current
• Motion and forces
• Momentum, energy, work and power
• Nuclear fission and nuclear fusion
• Advantages and disadvantages of using radioactive
materials
P3 – 24th June
Morning
• Radiation in treatment and medicine
• X-rays and ECGs
• Production, uses and risks of using ionising radiation from
radioactive sources
• Motion of particles
• Kinetic theory and gases
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GCSE History• Exams: Unit 1 (Cold War) 6th June; Unit 2 (Germany) 14th
June; Unit 3 (Britain 1903-28 – Sources) 21st June
• More Mock Examinations straight after Easter; used to improve technique and reinforce content.
• Use your own revision packs for each exam; focus on technique as well as content. You have access to a CD which includes revision material including audio revision, revision PowerPoints, exam questions, model answers, exam advice, and knowledge tests as well as differentiated revision notes. This information is also available on the shared area.
• Use the “How do I revise?” video to help you as well as audio revision MP3s (available on CD/Shared Area)
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Geography • All students take 3 exams
• Unit 1 Dynamic Planet (25%) on 24th May (1hr 15mins) All Physical Geography topics (Rivers, Water, Extreme environments, Tectonics, Climate change)
• Unit 2 People and the planet (25%) on 8th June (1hr 15mins) All Human Geography topics (Settlement, Population, Resources and Globalisation)
• Unit 3 Decision Making Exercise (25%) on 17th June (a.m. 1hr 30mins); a mixture of topics plus a range of photo, map and graph interpretation questions
Use the revision text book (still available ) to ensure confidence
with terminology, key diagrams and most importantly, CASE
STUDIES
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FrenchModule / Exam Topics
Module 1 Friends and family
Module 2Leisure / Film / TV / Going out / Technology Celebrations / Fashion
Module 3Practical situations – Shopping / Directions / Eating out / Travelling by public transport
Module 4 Where I live / description of home and town / the environment
Module 5Education and future plans / pressures and problems / work and work experience
Module 6 Holidays / weather / tourist information
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GermanModule / Exam Topics
Module 1 Technology/ Film and TV/ Music
Module 2 Holidays/ Directions/ Eating Out
Module 3 School life and Future Plans
Module 4 Families, Friends and Citizenship
Module 5 Health and Fitness
Module 6 World of Work/ Part-time Jobs
Module 7 Home, Town and Surroundings
Module 8 Environment and the Future
Module 9 Leisure Activities, Money and Fashion
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SpanishModule / Exam Topics
Module 1 Holidays / Weather / Booking a Hotel
Module 2 A Day Out/ Directions/ Eating Out
Module 3 School life / Future Plans
Module 4 Families / Relationships / Daily Routine
Module 5 World of Work/ Part-time Jobs
Module 6 Leisure Activities / Film / TV / Technology
Module 7 Home / Town / Surroundings
Module 8 Health / Fitness / Lifestyle
Module 9 Environment / Global Citizenship
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Modern Languages tips
• Learn all topic vocabulary using your text
book and notes
• Use AQA language guide and workbook.
This provides exam style questions and is
invaluable
• The BBC languages sites are excellent
• All listening material is on the shared area
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GCSE CateringUnit 1: 40% Examination
• Revise the 9 topics listed in the course breakdown
• Use the Catering revision guides to revise these topics
• WJEC website has past papers with answers that you can use to
practice
• The student area has a revision file in with plenty of revision
resources and exam papers that can be used;
(W:\DT\KS4\GCSE Catering\Revision)
• Use revision packs to create concise revision cards and notes
Unit 2: Task 1 – 20%, Task 2 – 40%• All task work is now complete
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GCSE Product Design
Unit 1: 40% Examination (Monday 27th June, a.m.)
• Use the revision guide, past exam papers and BBC Bitesize
• Follow the AQA – GCSE – Design Technology – Product Design link from the school intranet for past papers
• Revision homework will be preparing exam style questions for completion - make sure that you do this
Unit 2: 60% Controlled assessment design & make task
• Products to be complete by Easter and all coursework handed in by Friday 22nd April
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GCSE Resistant MaterialsUnit 1: 40% Examination
• Use your RM revision guides that were issued in Year 10 – summarise key
points to make revision cards
• Practise applying your knowledge to possible design or manufacture
scenarios.
• The AQA website has past papers with answers - read questions carefully
to avoid losing careless marks
Coursework:
• Work through your design folder - refinement and completion tasks that
are identified by your teacher. Start compiling your manufacturing
photographic diary now
• ICT facilities in room 108 open to students every brunch, lunch and after
school
• Support sessions for practical and folder work every Monday and
Wednesday
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GCSE Art & Design: Fine ArtUnit 1: 60% Course Work
• Students choose their best project for submission
• This should now be complete so that you can focus on the exam
• The Coursework (sketchbooks, finished pieces) should be handed in
by Monday March 21st at the very latest
Unit 2: 40% Externally set task (exam)
• Students choose one starting point from the exam paper
• Students use the Exam Task sheet to organise their preparation work
(75% of unit 2)
• Students hand in their preparation work at the first of two exam
session on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th May
• Students have 10 hours to complete their finished piece
• Students have no access to their prep work after handing in on
Thursday 5th May
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GCSE Drama
• Thorough preparation for performance
examination on April 28th with lines learned,
extra rehearsals booked and a high
standard of practical notes
• Ensure excellent notes on live performance
and practical work in preparation for the
written examination on 24th May
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GCSE MusicUnit 1: Performance
• Solos and Ensembles should be practiced regularly and ready
for recording in the next few weeks
Unit 2: Composition• You have nearly finished Composition 2 and need to finish this
before Easter. You need to book an after school slot if you
have missed lessons.
Unit 3: The Exam• Listen to the set pieces regularly
• Match up your notes to what you can hear
• Use revision notes and past papers on the shared area
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BTEC MusicUnit 1: The Music Industry Exam
• Retakes: Go through your revision materials. Make
new resources. Attend revision classes after Easter.
Unit 2: Composition
• You should attend one hour after school session to
finish your composition unit
Unit 3: Performance
• You should be practicing at home/at school in
break times to improve your skills. This all needs to
be written in your log book. Prepare for recording of
two pieces.
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GCSE Performing Arts (Dance)• Thorough preparation for Performance
examination on Monday 25th April – work with your group to rehearse (costumes, makeup, set and props)
• Get your music copied on to a CD in advance
• Send Miss Carnie any images to be projected
• Ensure that your portfolio is up-to-date by Easter
• Attend catch-up sessions
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BTEC Sport
• Ensure that all assessments are completed
on time
• Use the tracking sheet (in the Student
Resources area) to ensure that coursework
is completed to the highest standard
• Attend after school catch-up sessions
(dates to be confirmed)
Vocational subjects
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BTEC Business & Cambridge National ICT
You may improve your earlier units to raise your overall grade
You may also focus on completing your current coursework to maximise your final grade
After-school support is available to all students on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3.20 – 4.30 pm in Room 41 & 42
Vocational subjects
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How can parents / carers help?
Creating the best conditions:
• A quiet place to work with good lighting
• A table which gives enough room for books and other materials
• Resources (pens, pencils, colours, highlighters, paper, notes, books) close at hand
• A comfortable chair – but not too comfy!
• Encourage the removal of things that present distractions
• Offer to test and fire random questions
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Looking after yourself
• Brains use energy and burn calories – they need feeding, watering, exercise and rest
• Examination time is not a good time to diet
• Try to eat breakfast; lunch and dinner
• Eat healthy snacks
• Drink water – avoid caffeine and sugary drinks
• Try to get enough sleep; older teenagers need around 9 hours of sleep per night
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Final tips
•Record spoken notes to listen to
on your iPod or MP3 player (use
Voice Memos or similar)
•Use Post-it notes placed around
your home to remind you of key
revision points
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Key dates
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Date Event
25 Mar –
11 Apr
Easter holiday – deadline for coursework in many subjects
12 April
(Tuesday)
Summer term starts
Lessons as normal with modified timetables
for a small number of students
22 April Individual student timetables issued by
Mr Kerr (Exams Officer)
25 April Final date for full payment of Year 11
Hoodie
3 May GCSE English exams – all students
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Date Event
16 MayAdjusted timetable begins – all students
must be in normal school uniform when in
school, including for exams
17 May Main GCSE exams start
27 May
Year 11 Celebration Assembly from
midday until 12.45 pm – parents and
carers are very welcome to attend
THIS IS A CHANGED DATE AND TIME
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Date Event
24 June Final payment for Prom ticket and
Yearbook
30 May –
3 JuneHalf-term holiday
27 June GCSE Exam season ends
1 JulyYear 11 Prom at Alexander Park from
7 pm until 11 pm
4 – 7 July
Year 11 Sixth Form transition programme;
Students attend sessions in each chosen
subject. Timetable available after Easter
25 AugustGCSE results available in school between
9.30 am and 11.30 am
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Modified timetable
• For a small number of students, timetables
might be modified before 16 May based
on completion of BTEC subjects
• The timetable for all students will be
modified from Monday 16 May – it will
include a mixture of normal lesson times,
and blocks of special revision lessons that
fit around subject exams, as well as study
at home
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• A blend of home study and taught sessions has helped students to perform well in previous years
• There will be a number of days where students will work at home for part of the day, depending on approaching exams
• We aim to have blocks of lessons in the morning, with some in the afternoon – it will vary by subject
• Parents/carers who would prefer their child to continue to work in school full-time, please contact Mr Hammond
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Support in school
• Many support/revision sessions are
currently available, with more
planned
• Detailed schedules of planned
normal lessons and extra sessions
will be given to students after
Easter
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Examination information
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Exams
• Please let us know by phone as
soon as you can if you are going to
be late for an exam
• Please give the House Office your
mobile phone number – it will only
be used to call you if you are not
present at an exam
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Careers Advice
• Independent careers advice from Mrs
Catherine Webster
• Mrs Webster works at JMHS on
Wednesdays and Thursdays
• If you are not planning to join JMHS Sixth
Form, you must ensure that you have a
written offer of a college place, and note
any conditions attached to the offer
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Careers Advice
• If you have an interview please make
every effort to attend; if you can’t attend
you must notify the college in advance and re-arrange
• If you have not been invited for interview, or have not yet applied to college,
please contact Mrs Webster urgently
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Careers Advice
• If you want an apprenticeship, ensure that you have also secured a place at college as security
• Apprenticeship candidates need to register with the National Apprenticeship Service. These students should contact Mrs Webster immediately
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Careers Advice
Two useful links;
For parents and carers wanting to help their child move forward, and make the right decision for them;
• www.parentalguidance.org.uk
Lots of information and advice for students;
• https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
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Year 11 Events• Year 11 Hoodie payments by 25 April
• Prom and Yearbook payments by 24 June
• You won’t be able to obtain a Hoodie or Yearbook if they have not been ordered
• Year 11 Prom – Friday 1 July from 7 pm until 11 pm at Alexander Park
• Attendance at the Prom is based on excellent effort, excellent attendance and excellent cooperation in school
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Sixth Form
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Before EasterConfirmation of a Sixth Form place will be
sent. If students wish to change their options at
any time, please speak to Mr Hawksworth.
Monday 4 July –
Thursday 7 July
Year 11 Transition Programme – timetables
and further information will be sent out after
Easter holidays.
Thursday 25 August
09.30am – 11.30am
GCSE Results. Please enrol on your Sixth Form
courses on this day if you can. Advice and
support will be available.
Wednesday 7
September
Term starts at 8.50 am in the Sixth Form
Centre. Students will be given an induction
on this day.
Thursday 15
September (TBC)
Sixth Form Information Evening at 6.30 pm in
the Theatre
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Lastly• Please check all of your exam dates and times
on your own official timetable
• These slides will be available by the weekend as a PDF document via the school website